Onion Foundation

Leaps of Imagination combines art practice and environmental observation to help young kids connect with the world around them. Our latest article explores the organization's recent "Power of Perspective" theme, which the team launched to foster kids' creativity, environmental awareness, and compassion. The Leaps' teams insights here illustrate the power of nurturing imaginative thinking. Check it out. https://lnkd.in/dQyA-53h

Visiting our grantee organizations is both a joy and a learning experience in which we get to experience their work firsthand. This article dives into our recent visit to the Wild Seed Project, where we got our hands dirty identifying plants, repotting native seedlings, and learning directly from the Wild Seed team. Here are our reflections from our invigorating experience. https://lnkd.in/dJmGemG3

Gear-sharing organizations do much more than offer access to much-needed outdoor equipment. They facilitate an equitable sharing economy that benefits us all. Here's a look at how the Katahdin Gear Library, Maine GearShare, and Kindling Collective impact communities across Maine. https://lnkd.in/eCBrDFe4

The Wintergreen Arts Center serves thousands of residents in Presque Isle, helping people of all ages access their inner creativity. Our latest piece offers insights from executive director Dottie Hutchins on how capacity building is key to the center's success. Read all about it: https://lnkd.in/eVm7m7nr

On a recent site visit to Pine Tree Camp's 285-acre campus, Rosalind Erwin (our Environment Program Officer) and Susan Onion saw firsthand how camp staff built trust with campers and their families. Read our latest article to hear more of Roz's reflections on the power of inclusive camps like Pine Tree. @pinetreesociety #summercamp #mainecamps

Trust-based philanthropy is a core philosophy that guides foundations in shifting the power dynamics of traditional funding relationships. Hear from our grants administrator, Sally Struever, on how the principles of this approach have impacted our processes and practices at the Onion Foundation.

When young people across Maine need mental health support, ArtVan comes rolling in. The ArtVan team brings art therapy directly to neighborhoods, infusing compassion, creativity, and healing into arts activities. Explore our latest piece to learn more about their life-changing work. #arttherapy #artbasedtherapy #expressivearttherapy #healingthroughart https://lnkd.in/ed-FjP6M

When young people across Maine need mental health support, ArtVan comes rolling in. The ArtVan team brings art therapy directly to neighborhoods, infusing compassion, creativity, and healing into arts activities. Explore our latest piece to learn more about their life-changing work. #arttherapy #artbasedtherapy #expressivearttherapy #healingthroughart https://lnkd.in/ed-FjP6M

Trust-based philanthropy is a core philosophy that guides foundations in shifting the power dynamics of traditional funding relationships. Hear from our grants administrator, Sally Struever, on how the principles of this approach have impacted our processes and practices at the Onion Foundation.

On a recent site visit to Pine Tree Camp's 285-acre campus, Rosalind Erwin (our Environment Program Officer) and Susan Onion saw firsthand how camp staff built trust with campers and their families. Read our latest article to hear more of Roz's reflections on the power of inclusive camps like Pine Tree. @pinetreesociety #summercamp #mainecamps